Welcoming Church Family in Bedlington
We are a vibrant, informal Christian church centered on Jesus, community, and experiencing God's love together. Everyone is welcome—come as you are!
East Bedlington Community Centre
16-17 Station Street, Bedlington Station, NE22 7JN
Sunday Gathering Info
Weekly-
10:30 AM Service Start
Tea & coffee served from 10:15 AM before we begin.
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Kids Church
Fun and safe sessions provided during the service.
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Free Parking
Free street parking on Station Street & nearby public car parks.
Life & Projects at Hope Church
We believe church is much more than a Sunday service—it’s about growing in faith, building relationships, and serving our local community.
Kids Church
Fun, safe, and engaging Sunday sessions designed to inspire children in God's love during the main service.
Connect Groups
Midweek small groups meeting across Bedlington to study the Bible, pray, and build strong friendships.
Burnside Community Garden
Featuring allotments, social opportunities, and therapeutic gardening projects. Weekly volunteering every Wednesday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (NE22 7JH).
Community Help Hub & Clothes Bank
Located at 30 Front Street West (Thursdays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) providing practical support and clothes bank for local families.
R21
Supported Housing Charity
R21 provides supported housing, safety, and empowering care for families recovering from domestic abuse across Northumberland.
Visit R21 WebsiteAbout Hope Church Bedlington
Discover our story, values, and leadership team in Southeast Northumberland.
Rooted in Northumberland Since 2003
Hope Church began back in 2003 when a small group of people passionate about God and Northumberland started gathering together in Bedlington. Supported in its early days by City Church Newcastle, Hope Church has grown into an independent, vibrant local church family deeply rooted across Southeast Northumberland.
Over two decades later, our heart remains unchanged: to be a loving, authentic family where anyone can discover faith in Jesus and serve our local community.
A Place to Belong
"Whether you have been going to church all your life or have never set foot inside one before, you will find a warm welcome at Hope Church."
Our Vision & Core Values
Come As You Are
We value being genuine, authentic, and real with one another and God. No performance or perfection required.
In This Together
We champion family and team—aiming for active contributors rather than passive spectators in church life.
Community Impact
Living out faith locally through initiatives like our Community Help Hub clothes bank and Burnside Community Garden.
Leadership & Pastoral Team
Serving and guiding the church family across teaching, pastoral care, worship, and community vision.
Gary Brewis
Pastoral & Leadership Team
Helen Browell
Pastoral & Leadership Team
Tom Gallagher
Pastoral & Leadership Team
Olly Seymour
Pastoral & Leadership Team
Masi Tambala
Pastoral & Leadership Team
Our Church Family & Partnerships
Hope Church Bedlington is part of Catalyst, a sphere within the Newfrontiers family of churches, and is a member of the UK Evangelical Alliance.
Teaching & Preaching
Inspiring, Bible-based teaching centered on Jesus, grace, and practical everyday living.
Ephesians 1: 15-23
Read or catch up on Sunday's message continuing our series in the letter to the Ephesians.
Our Approach to Teaching
At Hope Church, we aim to unpack Scripture in a way that is clear, accessible, and deeply relevant to daily life in Southeast Northumberland. We believe that God has perfectly revealed himself to us in the person of Jesus Christ.
Our Teaching Team
We have a team of dedicated teachers that come from a wide range of backgrounds, alongside visiting speakers from our wider church network.
What's On at Hope Church
Explore upcoming events and church gatherings in Southeast Northumberland.
Upcoming Schedule
Sunday Morning Gathering & Kids Church
10:30 AM (Coffee 10:15 AM) | East Bedlington Community Centre
Worship, teaching, and Kids Church followed by refreshments. Everyone welcome!
Burnside Community Garden Volunteering
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Burnside Community Garden (NE22 7JH)
Allotment gardening, social time, and therapeutic gardening. Tools & brew provided.
Community Help Hub & Clothes Bank
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 30 Front Street West, NE22 5UB
Drop-in help, clothes bank donations, and warm cuppa for local residents.
Facebook Events Calendar
View official upcoming church services, special gatherings, and community events on Facebook.
Community Life in Pictures
Photos from Sunday services, Burnside Community Garden, and local projects.
@hcbedlington
Live Instagram Feed
Giving & Volunteering
Whether through financial giving or volunteering your time, your generosity helps us serve Bedlington and Southeast Northumberland.
Give Online via Stewardship
Make a secure one-off gift or set up regular giving online. Stewardship automatically handles Gift Aid to boost your donation by 25%.
Bank Transfer (BACS)
Set up a standing order or online transfer directly through your online banking account with zero processing fees.
Account Name: Hope Church Bedlington
Sort Code: XX-XX-XX
Account No: XXXXXXXX
Contact us to request bank transfer details or Gift Aid forms.
Volunteer Your Time
Serve on Sunday teams (welcome, tea/coffee, Kids Church), help at Burnside Community Garden, or join the Community Help Hub & Clothes Bank.
Registered Charity Information
Hope Church Bedlington is a registered charity in England & Wales (Charity No. 1153786). Every donation directly supports local ministries, community projects like the Burnside Garden and Clothes Bank, and operational costs.
Governance & Trustees
Ensuring accountability, safety, and compliance for Hope Church Bedlington (Charity No. 1153786).
Trustees
Overseeing legal, financial, and regulatory responsibilities for the charity.
Sally Poxon
Chair Person
Jess Burnell
Trustee
Olly Seymour
Trustee
Tom Gallagher
Trustee
Church Policies
We are committed to maintaining high standards of care, privacy, and integrity in all areas of church life.
Safeguarding Policy
Our procedures for keeping children, young people, and vulnerable adults safe across all church activities.
Complaints Policy
Our structured procedure for listening to, processing, and resolving feedback or concerns raised appropriately.
GDPR & Data Privacy
How we collect, store, and safeguard personal information in compliance with UK data protection legislation.
Contact Us
Sign up for church details or get in touch with our team.
Connect Form
Official ChurchSuite Newcomer Registration
Office & Location
Hope Church Bedlington
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Phone 01670 828668
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Address
30 Front Street West, Bedlington, NE22 5UB